Hornell, New York
Patricia A. “Pat” Emerson – (87) – of 1190 County Route 66, (The Woodlands) Hornell, died Friday afternoon (September 27, 2024) at her home, following a brief illness.
A native & life resident of Hornell, she was born April 12, 1937, and was the daughter of Carman & Frances (Beaird) Solo.
Pat was a graduate of St. Ann’s School and Hornell High School (class of 1955). She later graduated from St. James School of Nursing. She was employed as a registered nurse, working at St. James Mercy Hospital from 1957-1981 and at the Bath VA Medical Center from 1981 until her retirement in 2002.
She was a member of the Hillside Baptist Church and was also a member of the Hornell Alumni Association. Pat served as president of the Board of Directors at The Woodlands Community from 2016-2020; vice-president from 2021-2022; and again as president from 2022 until the present time.
Pat was preceded in death by her daughter, Suzanne in 1961; her son, Mark in 2014; her sisters, Catherine Solo in 2010 and M. Elaine Grazioplene in 2022; her brother, Francis “Joe” Solo in 2020.
Surviving are 1 son, Michael Emerson of Hornell; 2 daughters, Karen (Donald) Palmesano of Texas and Mary Kathleen (Daniel) Smith of Rochester; 11 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews and many friends.
Family & friends are invited to a “Celebration of Life” to be held on Saturday, October 12, 2024 at 11:00 AM at the Hillside Baptist Church with Rev. Craig Brittingham officiating. Final interment will be in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Fremont, NY.
Pat’s family request that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in her name be made to the Hillside Baptist Church, 805 County Route 66, Hornell, NY 14843 or to CareFirst Hospice, 3805 Meads Creek Rd., Painted Post, NY 14870.
Funeral arrangements are in care of the Dagon Funeral Home, 38 Church St., Hornell, NY.
To leave an online condolence or share a memory, visit www.dagonfuneralhome.com.
To the Emerson family;
Our condolences on your loss. Pat was a wonderfully nice person & now rests with Jesus. Our thoughts & prayers are with you all. 🙏🏼🥀
From the Stewart family ❤️
Karen and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Your mother was a neighbor of my Dad at the Woodlands. She always stopped by with a friendly hello or update on news. She will be sadly missed by all those who knew her. May she rest in peace. 🌹🙏🏻
Nancy and Tom Fagnan
Condolences to all who knew her and I’m so sorry for your loss. Pat was a tiny person, but had a big heart. I’ve had many many conversations with her as my neighbor on just about everything … even the Yankees! She was always willing to listen and help out if she could. She is greatly missed.
Fly High Pat 💙🪽
– Amy
My sincere condolences to the Emerson family, especially to Kathy and Mike, on this sad occasion of your mother’s death. May all of you find consolation and peace in the days and months ahead.
Thank you for always being Kind to us growing up in Hornell. My condolences to Kathy and the family..sending love and hugs….and of course prayers
Jimmy Wachter
My heartfelt condolences to Pat’s family. I had the pleasure to work with Pat many years ago when Bethesda Hospital was changing ownership/names. Also I moved to the Woodlands and it was a pleasure using her guidance and knowledge to start my life there adhering to the simpler life of a mobile home owner. May she rest in peace. She was always so upbeat and had a smile and positive outlook for all.
Dear Mike and Karen and families
I’m so sorry about your mom She was such a wonderful person Thinking of you all and sending my condolences and prayers. May your wonderful memories bring smiles to your heart, when you feel sad Much love always
Kim Clifford Wood
I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Pat at the VA for years. She taught me many tricks of the trade. Always willing to help anyone who needed it. Also was a wonderful cook. May she rest in peace. Heaven got an angel.